Nonprofit educating Catholic sisters to be leaders in sustainable development, social impact and social change in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Only 5 days left to register! ⏰ Join ASEC in Washington, DC, on Oct. 6 for Igniting Hope. Creating Impact.
Online registration closes Sept. 28 at the end of the day. Reserve your seat today: buff.ly/R79iD6R
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ASEC’s 2026 SLDI Finance Track is underway in Zambia! Catholic sisters are strengthening practical financial and leadership skills they can apply in their congregations and ministries.
Learn more about SLDI: buff.ly/BvKOjhk
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On this International Day of Peace, support ASEC’s work to strengthen communities through education and leadership.
New donors: Your first gift can be doubled through our current matching grant!
Support ASEC: buff.ly/YaHQ9O7
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What can grow from a farm? For Sr. Juunza, RSHS, the answer is much bigger than crops. 🌱
Discover how the Emerging Farmers Initiative (EFI) is growing opportunities for young people and families in Zambia: buff.ly/0jXoFJ8
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Yesterday, we gathered virtually to share ASEC’s story and a cup of tea together! ☕️
Missed the event? Keep an eye out for the recording to hear directly from sisters from Africa & learn about ASEC’s work!
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What happens when a teacher becomes more?
For students in Uganda, Sr. Gertrude, OLGC, HESA program alumna, is more than a teacher. Her education strengthened her leadership and expanded the impact she has on the young women she serves. Read her story: buff.ly/AbiE8zr
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THIS WEEK!
Join ASEC for our FREE virtual cup of tea with sisters this Thursday!
Aug 27. | 11:00 a.m. EDT
Livestream: buff.ly/5dfbuvW
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ONE WEEK until ASEC's Virtual Cup of Tea With Sisters! ☕
Join us Aug. 27 to hear firsthand from Catholic sisters serving in Cameroon, Ghana, & Kenya. Bring your favorite cup and questions for the live Q&A.
More details: buff.ly/5dfbuvW
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ASEC’s Executive Director Sr. Draru, LSMIG, Sr. Nancy, LSOSF, Sr. Francisca, SIJ, and Sr. Lina, SE recently met with the new Apostolic Nuncio to the United States in Washington, D.C.
ASEC is looking forward to returning to Washington, D.C for our annual reception this fall!
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ASEC is grateful to have connected with so many friends at LCWR last week! From conversations at our table to our ASEC dinner, we heard powerful stories about how education has strengthened the ministries of ASEC alumni.
Support ASEC & help educate Catholic sisters today.
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Today, ASEC joins Catholics worldwide in celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Mary's faith continues to inspire Catholic Sisters as they serve with hope, compassion, and love.
Share a prayer or intention in honor of Mary. 💙
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On #InternationalYouthDay, ASEC celebrates the Catholic Sisters educating, mentoring, and supporting the next generation across Africa.
When sisters receive higher education, communities thrive.
Help create lasting impact. Donate to ASEC today: buff.ly/reTWTFb
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ASEC celebrates the 2026 HESA graduates from Zambia Catholic University! 🎓
Congrats to the 17 Catholic sisters who graduated at the undergraduate & graduate levels, including award recipients Sr. Jacinta and Sr. Winnet!
Join us in congratulating all 17 graduates! 👏
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ASEC leaders Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia LSMIG, Sr. Nancy Kamau LSOSF, Sr. Francisca Damoah SIJ, & Sr. Lina Wanjiku Ndung'u, SE, recently met with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to discuss our shared commitment to serving communities through education & collaboration!
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Just 3 weeks until ASEC's Virtual Cup of Tea With Sisters! ☕
Join us Aug. 27 to hear firsthand from Catholic Sisters serving in Cameroon, Ghana, and Kenya. Bring your favorite cup and stay for the live Q&A.
More details: buff.ly/c67h0rG
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ASEC HESA alumni Sr. Juliana Charik, MCESM, and her colleagues are helping protect students and promote health awareness in Uganda amid Ebola concerns.
Read her story: buff.ly/HoAMrfu
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Please join us in praying for the Bigwa Secondary School community in Tanzania, where a fire destroyed the girls' dormitory.
Thankfully, everyone is safe, but many students lost their belongings. Please keep them in your prayers. Help Bigwa rebuild: buff.ly/huKNmu2
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Education can help prevent exploitation before it begins.
This #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking, we recognize Sr. Grace, HHCJ, HESA alumni, who leads trafficking awareness & online safety sessions for students in Nigeria, helping youth recognize warning signs & protect their dignity.
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